DAVID THOMAS AND THE PEDESTRIANS
More Places Forever
1985 U.S. pressing
One of the strangest, bizarre, and charming #artrock records of the #80s .
David Thomas is better known as the vocalist and founder of one of the most distinctive and experimental rock bands ever, Pere Ubu.
On this (his third solo album), all the typical “rock” tools are gone, and they’re replaced by saxophones, oboes, bassoons, and tubas.
Thomas’ vocals are half sung/half spoken, and sound like they’re coming from some off-kilter dandy on an eccentric 18th century holiday.
It’s very #avantgarde and #theatrical , and sometimes wanders into completely absurd territory, but not in any off-putting way. It’s actually quite charming in all of its peculiarities & invention, which is better than CONvention any day of the week.
Highly recommended for those who appreciate imagination.
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